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Off the Record: An Avery Rich Mystery
Driven and successful, Avery Rich can't wait to start her new job as a detective. But she is soon forced to keep her investigation "off the record" and gets paired with an unusual consultant. The world of crime and conspiracy takes on a dangerous edge as she finds herself dealing with kidnapped bankers, high stakes cover ups, and criminals who are determined to keep her quiet.
To save herself from the unthinkable, she must sort out the conspiracy from the crime and find out who she can trust to finish the case before they can derail her investigation, permanently!
To save herself from the unthinkable, she must sort out the conspiracy from the crime and find out who she can trust to finish the case before they can derail her investigation, permanently!
385 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 25, 2016
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Sara B. Gauldin
8 books125 followersSara B. Gauldin grew up in a small Virginia town. Her parents taught her to dream big and to reach for her goals. She began writing at a very young age. She spent most of her childhood days dreaming happily.
Sara began her career as a computer technician. This profession funded a new pursuit; becoming a teacher. Sara currently works as a full time teacher, an author, a blogger and a part time book blogger.
Her new series, The Corporeal Pull introduces a new character in an action packed adventure that transcends the mortal world. Terra, an immortal guide, unwittingly allows herself to fall in love with her mortal bond charge; Liam. Her entire self-perception is altered by her new found affection. Terra discovers that she must send Liam to his mortal life where he will be sacrificed to the evil of the Scourge to benefit mankind. Terra must attempt the unthinkable to attempt to save him, but can she stand in the way of her own charge's innate purpose for existence?
You can learn more about Sara’s writing by visiting her blog: http://sebgwrites.wordpress.com/
Sara began her career as a computer technician. This profession funded a new pursuit; becoming a teacher. Sara currently works as a full time teacher, an author, a blogger and a part time book blogger.
Her new series, The Corporeal Pull introduces a new character in an action packed adventure that transcends the mortal world. Terra, an immortal guide, unwittingly allows herself to fall in love with her mortal bond charge; Liam. Her entire self-perception is altered by her new found affection. Terra discovers that she must send Liam to his mortal life where he will be sacrificed to the evil of the Scourge to benefit mankind. Terra must attempt the unthinkable to attempt to save him, but can she stand in the way of her own charge's innate purpose for existence?
You can learn more about Sara’s writing by visiting her blog: http://sebgwrites.wordpress.com/
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January 21, 2022
Interesting
The plot is interesting and holds your attention, but the characters need filling out and the writing needs polishing.
Still, it is worth reading.
The plot is interesting and holds your attention, but the characters need filling out and the writing needs polishing.
Still, it is worth reading.
March 4, 2017
Low 3 star. Didn't really work for me, not just because it needs better editing.
July 9, 2017
Collusion and corruption
Hard to determine who the bad guys are. Kidnappings, threats and murders are surrounded with Police corruption that has far reaching suspects.
Hard to determine who the bad guys are. Kidnappings, threats and murders are surrounded with Police corruption that has far reaching suspects.
July 21, 2017
Enjoyed the book immensely. Kept you on your toes on who was good or bad.
Want to read
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May 24, 2021
Another free kindle book; this one was better than many I've read, but still the quality was lacking. The story and the suspense were really well done and there were some parts that were actually very exciting and interesting to read, but for the most part, there was a lot of cliche'd writing and plot points.
The set up for the book was significantly more elaborate than the actual plot of the book: at the start of the book, it was made to seem as though there was a worldwide level of corruption, with children being trained and militarized bases all over the world, but in the end it was just . . . an elaborate bank heist? I ended up liking the tamer version of the story better than the one that it initially hyped itself up to be, so that was fine.
An actual quote from the book: "Kain never broke his gaze into her eyes. It reminded me of the canine gesture of dominance--he was certainly not going to be the first one who looked away." Some one had to WRITE that. and then someone had to read than and go "oh that looks good to me" and it had to be PUBLISHED?!
There was also simply way too much story. It appeared resolved about halfway through the book, and again about three quarters of the way through the book, and again 80% of the wway through the book: it just went ON and ON. There was also a BIZARRE romance subplot that didn't really make sense? and there wasn't really a resolution either.
Overall I did enjoy this story: it needed to be tightened up quite a bit for it to actually be a good book, but the premise was good.
The set up for the book was significantly more elaborate than the actual plot of the book: at the start of the book, it was made to seem as though there was a worldwide level of corruption, with children being trained and militarized bases all over the world, but in the end it was just . . . an elaborate bank heist? I ended up liking the tamer version of the story better than the one that it initially hyped itself up to be, so that was fine.
An actual quote from the book: "Kain never broke his gaze into her eyes. It reminded me of the canine gesture of dominance--he was certainly not going to be the first one who looked away." Some one had to WRITE that. and then someone had to read than and go "oh that looks good to me" and it had to be PUBLISHED?!
There was also simply way too much story. It appeared resolved about halfway through the book, and again about three quarters of the way through the book, and again 80% of the wway through the book: it just went ON and ON. There was also a BIZARRE romance subplot that didn't really make sense? and there wasn't really a resolution either.
Overall I did enjoy this story: it needed to be tightened up quite a bit for it to actually be a good book, but the premise was good.
February 22, 2018
Good Start on a New Series
I was pleasantly surprised by how good this book is. I found it on a site where authors who need reviews post their books. This is a great beginning for a new series. Avery Rich has worked hard to advance her career in law enforcement. When she begins her new job as a detective in a new town she knows she will need to work just as hard to solve any case she is assigned to.
Avery's new boss, Commander Calvert, puts her to work on the disappearance of Lawrence Schultz, the president of First National Bank. He tells her to report directly to him and to not discuss the case with anyone. He gives her a piece of paper with a name and tells her this person can help her. Avery meets Ryan Kain at a homeless shelter and is relieved to find out he use to be a police officer. Ryan proves his worth when he spots the man across the street who is following her. Hoping to lose him, they run out the back way and the chase is on.
The plot is interesting and holds together all the way through the story. The characters are well developed and have flaws that make them believable. When I finished the book, I wanted to know what came next for Avery and Ryan; for me, that's a sign of a successful story.I
I was pleasantly surprised by how good this book is. I found it on a site where authors who need reviews post their books. This is a great beginning for a new series. Avery Rich has worked hard to advance her career in law enforcement. When she begins her new job as a detective in a new town she knows she will need to work just as hard to solve any case she is assigned to.
Avery's new boss, Commander Calvert, puts her to work on the disappearance of Lawrence Schultz, the president of First National Bank. He tells her to report directly to him and to not discuss the case with anyone. He gives her a piece of paper with a name and tells her this person can help her. Avery meets Ryan Kain at a homeless shelter and is relieved to find out he use to be a police officer. Ryan proves his worth when he spots the man across the street who is following her. Hoping to lose him, they run out the back way and the chase is on.
The plot is interesting and holds together all the way through the story. The characters are well developed and have flaws that make them believable. When I finished the book, I wanted to know what came next for Avery and Ryan; for me, that's a sign of a successful story.I
January 31, 2022
When detective Avery Rich starts a new job, the last thing she expects is to be acting outside the department to investigate corruption. At least three bankers are missing, but no one has raised the alarm. She’s directed to make contact with Kain, a former detective with a penchant for the unorthodox. Finding him at a shelter for the homeless, she’s pleased when he agrees to help her.
She hasn’t realised what working with the guy entails, especially when there’s a conspiracy afoot and she’s not sure who she can trust in the police department.
This is an exciting thriller with two believable leads, a fast pace and black humour. The story never lets up as the detectives lurch from drama to drama, always trying to stay one step ahead of the bad guys. At times, the action is pulsating, leading to a dramatic climax.
She hasn’t realised what working with the guy entails, especially when there’s a conspiracy afoot and she’s not sure who she can trust in the police department.
This is an exciting thriller with two believable leads, a fast pace and black humour. The story never lets up as the detectives lurch from drama to drama, always trying to stay one step ahead of the bad guys. At times, the action is pulsating, leading to a dramatic climax.
September 20, 2019
Avery Rich has a new job as a detective. Soon, she's forced to keep her investigation "off the record," concerning kidnapped bankers. She's paired with Ryan Kain.
There's romance, danger, and mystery. Cover-ups by criminals that would do anything to kept their secrets secret.
I really enjoyed this book. So much, I have the next book downloaded and ready to read. Avery Rich is an interesting character. Brave and sometimes reckless. Both qualities that contribute to a great story.
The plot was fairly easy to follow. There were surprises with twists and turns. The ending wasn't what I expected. It was great.
There's romance, danger, and mystery. Cover-ups by criminals that would do anything to kept their secrets secret.
I really enjoyed this book. So much, I have the next book downloaded and ready to read. Avery Rich is an interesting character. Brave and sometimes reckless. Both qualities that contribute to a great story.
The plot was fairly easy to follow. There were surprises with twists and turns. The ending wasn't what I expected. It was great.
July 28, 2021
This was a fast moving, really good story. Bodies are piling up. Avery and her new consultant, Kain have to break down all the players to find out who and why. The worse part is she can't even trust some of her own coworkers in the police dept. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more in this series. I felt the author connected well with her readers.
January 22, 2022
Well-written, very few typos, but pretty stilted conversation style. The very beginning threw me off, although I wandered through the story wondering what on earth it was about. Not much was revealed, although some of the characters were interesting. I'll read the second book I got from Goodreads, but I'll have to say, this is not my favorite book today.
July 16, 2017
Thought Provoking
Interesting and thought provoking police story. The plot is full of twisting situations. Your interest moves quickly until the ending and final twist or is it just the beginning.
Interesting and thought provoking police story. The plot is full of twisting situations. Your interest moves quickly until the ending and final twist or is it just the beginning.
July 15, 2019
Awesome
Love these conspiracy theory stories, because they seem so real! The best part of course, is that there are good people fighting behind-the-scenes to keep the public innocent and safe! They are the real supper heroes!
Love these conspiracy theory stories, because they seem so real! The best part of course, is that there are good people fighting behind-the-scenes to keep the public innocent and safe! They are the real supper heroes!
May 1, 2020
Great Read!
Great storyline and side angle view of the whole picture. The set up, the puzzle, the twist and the take down . . . with that part left open. Hmmmm.
This book does need some basic editing for missing grammar pieces and a few typos, but otherwise nothing glaring.
Great storyline and side angle view of the whole picture. The set up, the puzzle, the twist and the take down . . . with that part left open. Hmmmm.
This book does need some basic editing for missing grammar pieces and a few typos, but otherwise nothing glaring.
September 1, 2020
Great police thriller
This book was great. It kept you guessing from the beginning. Loved the main characters. Can't wait to read the next book and see what happens to the main characters.
This book was great. It kept you guessing from the beginning. Loved the main characters. Can't wait to read the next book and see what happens to the main characters.
March 22, 2021
Thrilling!!!
This is a "can not put it down" book. Great story line, excellent writing, suspense from beginning to end, subtle subplot. If you enjoy good mysteries, this has to be added to your reading list!
This is a "can not put it down" book. Great story line, excellent writing, suspense from beginning to end, subtle subplot. If you enjoy good mysteries, this has to be added to your reading list!
August 8, 2021
Excellent read
This book reminded me of the DaVinci Code with the conspiracy undertone. I loved the strong main character and her partner. It definitely left things unresolved and lured me into the next book!
This book reminded me of the DaVinci Code with the conspiracy undertone. I loved the strong main character and her partner. It definitely left things unresolved and lured me into the next book!
February 6, 2025
I discovered this book in my library by chance; it was a good find. I've owned this book since 2020, just now read it and I hope this will be the beginning of an excellent series. I rate this book 5 stars and will soon be reading the next in the series.
August 15, 2025
Great book, but needs proofreading work
Really good book. I enjoyed the characters and the storyline. The big drawback is all the typographical errors. It's distracting when you're trying to read a sentence with extra inappropriate words.
Really good book. I enjoyed the characters and the storyline. The big drawback is all the typographical errors. It's distracting when you're trying to read a sentence with extra inappropriate words.
September 17, 2017
How deep does corruption go? Read this to see if you are even close! A fictional look at corruption that may or may not change your mind.
November 30, 2018
It kept me interested and on edge from beginning to end. Ending left me looking for the next book!
September 10, 2019
Excellent story line keep my interest throughout.
May 23, 2020
Interesting plot, lively mix of characters. Plot weaves in and out - you think it has ended, and oops here they go to deeper situation.
June 30, 2024
Kept my attention from page 1!
December 21, 2016
Action packed
You never know who to trust in this page Turner. Plenty of action and intrigue. Strong central characters and an abundance of bad guys.
You never know who to trust in this page Turner. Plenty of action and intrigue. Strong central characters and an abundance of bad guys.
April 25, 2017
Great read from beginning to end
From the beginning to end the characters and story line keeps your attention. The story line moves at a great pace, twists and turns until you think you know what happens...but..... Well worth the read.
From the beginning to end the characters and story line keeps your attention. The story line moves at a great pace, twists and turns until you think you know what happens...but..... Well worth the read.
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